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Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 162 – Old Man Bayka / Jackson 5 Christmas Songs
On this episode, we’ll travel all the way to the West African country of Liberia and learn about their popular Christmas figure, Old Man Bayka. We’ll also countdown the top five songs from the Jackson 5 Christmas Album, put sone holiday cheer into your phone, learn some disturbing news about SantaCon, and we’ll finally name the Scrooge segment that has no name.
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00:00 – 02:08 Intro
02:08 – 05:50 We Need A Little Christmas Now
05:50 – 13:23 5 Golden Things – Jackson 5 Christmas Songs
13:23 – 17:11 All I Want For Christmas is News
17:11 – 21:48 Old Man Bayka (Christmas in Liberia)
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2026-04-2529 min
Doctor Who: The Missing Episodes PodcastDoctor Who: The Missing Episodes Podcast - Special Edition - Gerry Davis with Anthony ClarkSupport us on Patreon 👉https://www.patreon.com/missingepisodes 🙌
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It’s a special edition of the Doctor Who Missing Episodes Podcast! Gerry Davis was a key creative force behind Doctor Who in the mid-1960s, helping ensure that the series would continue onwards.
He served as story editor from 1966 to 1967. In that role, he helped steer the show toward a stronger science-fiction focus, emphasizing futuristic concepts and is best known for co-creating the Cybermen alongside Kit Pedler.
2026-04-181h 12
Doctor Who: The Missing Episodes PodcastDoctor Who: The Missing Episodes Podcast - Daleks' Master Plan CommentarySupport us on Patreon 👉https://www.patreon.com/missingepisodes 🙌
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We’ve still not finished celebrating the work of Film is Fabulous! and the mesmerising return of episodes 1 and 3 of The Daleks’ Master Plan.
In this special edition, Tim is joined by Gav Rymill and Rhys Williams to record a commentary for episodes 1, 2 and 3. So iplayer/files at the ready!
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Gav Rymill is a 3D modeller, D...
2026-04-111h 34Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 158 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Full Movie)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” All 5 acts together in one, as well as outtakes and special messages from the cast.
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christ...
2025-12-241h 08
Advent Calendar HouseThe Year Without a Santa Claus🎄 It’s the 200th episode of the Advent Calendar House, but more importantly, it’s Christmas Eve! So we’re celebrating with a salute to the last remaining special we have left to talk about in the Rankin/Bass Christmas canon: 1974’s “The Year Without a Santa Claus.” 🎙️ It’s a packed party with Tim Babb, Michael DiGiovanni, Joey O., and Matt Spaulding as we spread Christmas cheer over Southtown and everywhere else — something we could’ve seen Mrs. Claus search for if she hadn’t immediately dropped the idea, but then we wouldn’t have met the true stars of the special...
2025-12-241h 57Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 157 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Act 5)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 5 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.”
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It’s the movie that answers the question no one asked, “What...
2025-12-2313 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 156 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Act 4)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 4 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas!
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It...
2025-12-1611 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 155 – 60 Years of A Charlie Brown Christmas with Melissa Menta
On this episode, we’re celebrating the 60th anniversary of a Charlie Brown Christmas with Senior Vice President of Global Brand and Communications for Peanuts Worldwide
and host of the You Don’t Know Peanuts podcast, Melissa Menta. We’ve also got a fun Christmas play date idea for you and we’ll count down the top 5 songs Tim has discovered thanks to this podcast.
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00:00 – 02:15 Intro
02:15 – 07:28 We Need A Little Christmas Now
07:28 – 14:15 5 Golden Things – Christmas Songs Tim Discovered Because of This Podcast
14:15 – 17:20 All I Want For Christmas Is News
17:2...
2025-12-1546 min
The Sweep Spot - A Disneyland Show by Former Cast MembersChristmas at Disneyland with Tim BabbComedian, actor, Disneyland fan, and Christmas enthusiast Tim Babb joins us to chat about Christmastime at Disneyland, past and present. Tim is also a podcaster and can be found at https://cantwaitforchristmaspod.com
We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present.
The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Once per month, our Patreon participants join us in our live-as-we-record ch...
2025-12-1558 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 154 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Act 3)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 3 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas!
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It...
2025-12-0910 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 153 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Act 2)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 2 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas!
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It...
2025-12-0212 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 152 – A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future (Act 1)
On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas!
Brief Synopsis:
Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future.
It’s the...
2025-11-2514 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 149 – “Modern” Christmas Movies with Alonso Duralde
On this episode, film critic, podcaster, and author Alonso Duralde joins Tim for the entire show. We’ll be talking about his new book, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas, Revised and Updated Edition. We’ll also have a conversation about modern Christmas movies and countdown the most re-watch worthy Christmas movies to come out since 2010.
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00:00 – 03:11 Intro
03:11 – 13:55 We Need A Little Christmas Now
13:55 – 21:31 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
21:31 – 32:00 A Discussion of Modern Christmas Movies
32:00 – 52:34 5 Golden Things – Re-watchable Christmas Movies (Post 2010)
52:34 – 56:27 Wrap Up and Special Announcement
56:27 – 59:27 Outtakes
“We Wi...
2025-10-2559 min
Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast81: I Saw Three Ships (with Tim Babb)This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "I Saw Three Ships" with Tim Babb from the "Can't Wait for Christmas" podcast.Don't forget to vote for your favorite song in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025.Songs played in this episode:I Saw Three Ships by the Barenaked Ladies (Tim)I Saw Three Ships by Blackmore’s Night (Duane)I Saw Three Ships by King’s College Choir (Scott)I Saw Three Ships by Nat King Cole (Tim)I Saw Three Ships (Metal Cover) by Forrest Howard (Duane)I Saw Three Ships by The...
2025-09-2957 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 148 – Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
On this episode, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 2000 adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas starring Jim Carrey. We’ll also countdown the top five Naughty or Nice segments from Jimmy Kimmel Live, and we’ll find a Christmasy way for you to do something delicious with those fall apples.
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00:00 – 01:40 Intro
01:40 – 03:56 We Need A Little Christmas Now
03:56 – 17:53 5 Golden Things – Naughty or Nice segments on Jimmy Kimmel Live
17:53 – 21:50 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
21:50 – 43:54 Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
43:54 – 46:04 Wrap Up
46:04 – 49:09 Outtakes
“We Wish Y...
2025-09-2549 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 147 – Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
On this episode, we’re going to take a look back at the 1970 Rankin/Bass classic Santa Claus is coming to town. We’ll also use some of that wintery Christmas magic to keep your drink cold, learn a little bit about a special kind of art project, and we’ll count down the top 5 Christmas versions of non-Christmas songs
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00:00 – 01:43 Intro
01:43 – 03:26 We Need A Little Christmas Now
03:26 – 12:14 5 Golden Things – Christmas Versions of Non-Christmas Songs
12:14 – 16:28 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
16:28 – 32:44 Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
32:44 – 35:15 Wrap Up
35:15 – 38:32 O...
2025-08-2538 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 146 – 10th Anniversary Special: A Bomb For Christmas Cast Reunion
On this episode, we celebrate 10 years of the podcast and 5 years of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie, A Bomb For Christmas…with a cast reunion. We have a conversation about the making of the movie, what the cast has been up to since, and a special announcement about the future!
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00:00 – 03:22 Intro/A brief look back at 10 years of Can’t Wait For Christmas
03:22 – 04:38 Cast reunion introductions
04:38 – 21:38 Cast’s experiences recording the movie
21:38 – 22:48 Fun facts about A Bomb For Christmas
22:48 – 26:56 More fun stories from making the movie
26:56 – 39:07 Favorite/least favorite lin...
2025-07-2558 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 145 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 7 & 8)
On this episode, we conclude the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 7 and 8. This has all been leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to save him. Can she save the day, s...
2025-07-2330 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 144 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 5 & 6)
On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 5 and 6. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to sa...
2025-07-1625 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 143 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 3 & 4)
On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 3 and 4. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to sa...
2025-07-0926 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 142 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 1 & 2)
On this episode, we bring you the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas.” We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to save him...
2025-07-0224 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 141 – Poinsettia aka Cuetlaxochitl aka Flor de Nochebuena
On this episode, we’re going to look at the surprisingly complex history of one Christmas’ most popular plants, the poinsettia, aka the cuetlaxōchitl, aka Flor de Nochebuena. We’ll also give you a tip to make your lawn more festive in the off season and we’ll help you mentally beat the heat as we count down the top 5 Christmas songs that talk about cold weather.
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00:00 – 02:31 Intro
02:31 – 03:50 We Need A Little Christmas Now
03:50 – 09:11 5 Golden Things – Cold Weather Christmas Songs
09:11 – 10:03 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
10:03 – 12:31 Chris’ Mass of Christmas Carols
2025-06-2529 min
The Thing About FinTech PodcastThere is no innovation in Fintech | Tim Grant, CEO at Deus X CapitalWhat’s the difference between innovation and evolution in financial services?In this thought-provoking episode, Tim Grant, CEO at Deus X Capital, joins hosts Toby Babb, CEO of Harrington Starr, and Anvar Karimson, Group CTO at Kepler Cheuvreux, for a refreshingly honest conversation about building real change in FinTech.From disrupting digital assets to redefining operating models, Tim unpacks what it truly takes to create meaningful growth—and why most firms are chasing innovation without truly understanding it.
2025-05-2936 min
'Tis the SoundtrackMerry Mixtapes: Tim Babb - Can't Wait for Christmas PodcastA giant "Thank you" to Tim for participating in the latest episode of our Merry Mixtapes series!There is also a video-enhanced version of this podcast available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bj1_s8VNH6sTo learn more about Merry Mixtapes, check out Episode 10 of the podcast or the Merry Mixtapes Introduction article on our website.You can check out Tim and the Can't Wait for Christmas Podcast at https://cantwaitforchristmaspod.com.Holiday Music of Disneyland at Christmastimeit's a small world HOLIDAY (soundtrack)Believe... In Holiday Magic (fireworks...
2025-03-2052 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 137 – Artificial Intelligence…The Future of Christmas?
On this episode, we’re going to explore this new-fangled “Artificial Intelligence,” and we’re going to see what kind of effects A.I. will have on the way we celebrate Christmas. Tim also enlisted his sons to help make some Christmas in a cup, a listener points out more things we missed when discussing White Christmas last year, and we’ll be counting down the top five ways you can save yourself a little money this Christmas.
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00:00 – 01:33 Intro
01:33 – 09:51 We Need A Little Christmas Now
09:51 – 13:49 5 Golden Things – Ways To Cut Costs This Chr...
2025-02-2537 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 135 – Year-End Bonus Episode: Are Americans “Over” Christmas Traditions?
On this bonus episode, we respond to some listener comments, investigate a disturbing poll about waning interest in Christmas traditions, and sing a “Wicked” new parody song.
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00:00 – 01:22 Intro
01:22 – 05:28 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
05:28 – 09:48 All I Want For Christmas Is News
09:48 – 11:32 Try Some Caroling (Defying Gravity Parody)
11:32 – 14:09 Wrap Up
14:09 – 17:18 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
2024-12-2317 min
Advent Calendar HouseMr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree🎄 The Advent Calendar House is back in time for a freakin’ country bear jamberoo as a family of Muppet mice risk their lives to bring home the top of the top of the top of the top of a Christmas tree fit for an eccentric future Iron Man. 🎙 Anthony Strand from ToughPigs.com and Tim Babb from the Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast join us for a waltz back to 1995 as Robert Downey Jr. may or may not be holding Kermit the Frog hostage until he gets his perfect Christmas tree. Plus: Shy butler Leslie Nielsen, homesick S...
2024-12-021h 17Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 128 – 9th Anniversary Listener Feedback Special – The Halifax Explosion & Tree for Boston
On this episode, it’s time for our yearly listener feedback anniversary special. Today we’ll talk about how a tragedy lead to a yearly Christmas tradition between Halifax and Boston, give you a tip on ow to celebrate Christmas in July, and Tim’ mom will be stopping by for a special Five Golden Things.
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00:00 – 01:41 Intro
01:41 – 02:57 Need a Little Christmas Now
02:57 – 07:48 5 Golden Things – Top Five Decorations That Made Tim’s Mom Say “Wow” (with special guest: Tim’s Mom!)
07:48 – 12:38 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
12:38 – 18:56 The Halifax Explosion & Tree for Boston
18:56...
2024-07-2525 min
Advent Calendar HouseSanta, Baby!🎄It’s 2001, and a magical partridge is sending me on a coat drive for some kind of Karate Kid-style Santa training. 🎙️ Andre Bennett and Tim Babb join us for a ride in our light blue ’54 convertible as we take a joyride through the very last and most overlooked Rankin/Bass Christmas special, featuring a mostly black cast starring Patti LaBelle, Gregory Hines, and a criminally underused Eartha Kitt as a talking cat. **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: This special was co-written by Suzanne Collins, who went on to write “The Hunger Games.” The other co-writer, Pet...
2023-12-141h 20
Totally Rad Christmas!Roger Rabbit and the Christmas Factory (w/ Tim Babb)What’s up, dudes? In 1988, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” was a huge hit, and introduced us to the titular character. Disney then thought it was a great idea to give him his own Disneyland show! I’ve got Tim Babb from Can’t Wait for Christmas with me to talk all about this bonkers Roger Rabbit Christmas stage show! Yes, it’s “Roger Rabbit and the Christmas Factory!”It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa’s still looking to hire an elf to help him meet his quota before the big delivery. Subsequently Murray, the elf foreman, hires Roger Rabbit. Roger...
2023-12-111h 05Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 114 – Remembering Tony Bennett
On this episode, it’s our 8th anniversary listener appreciation special. So, we’ll celebrate the legendary Tony Bennett, countdown the top five Australian Christmas traditions, and put a little Christmas in your workout routine. Plus, it’s finally time to move on to round 2 of Merry Music Madness.
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VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (Round 2 – Part 1)
00:00 – 01:51 Intro
01:51 – 04:31 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:31 – 11:11 Five Golden Things (Australian Christmas Traditions)
11:11 – 17:54 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
17:54 – 34:23 Remembering Tony Bennett
34:21 – 37:48 Merry Music Madness Round 2 – Part 1
37:48 – 41:07 Wrap Up
41:07 – 43:21 Out...
2023-07-2543 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 108 – When Should Christmas Decorations Come Down?
On this episode, we’ll discuss when the Christmas decorations should come down. We’ll also run down the top 5 post Christmas deals Tim got this year, give you a “Christmas Now” tip that will help you sleep a little merrier tonight, and finally we need your help naming this year’s audience participation segment.
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00:00 – 01:33 Intro
01:33 – 02:57 Babb Christmas Recap
02:57 – 04:15 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:15 – 09:24 Five Golden Things (Top 5 Post Christmas Deals)
09:24 – 15:26 When Should Christmas Decorations Come Down?
15:26 – 17:04 Help Us Name A New Segment
17:04 – 19:16 Wrap Up
19:16 – 23:21 O...
2023-01-2523 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 107 – Unanswered Questions The Santa ClausE Films
On this bonus episode, Tim breaks down some unanswered questions from the Santa ClausE films to see if the new series answers them. We’ll also wrap up Mer-Re-Castmas with It’s A Wonderful Life, and the Imaginary Listeners join the fun to salute Underneath The Tree.
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00:00 – 01:58 Intro
03:09 – 07:41 Five Golden Things (Santa ClausE Questions)
07:41 – 16:03 Mer-Re-Castmas
16:03 – 19:28 A Special Salute to Underneath The Tree
19:28 – 21:31 Wrap Up
21:31 – 22:22 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
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2022-12-2322 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 103 – 75 Years of Toys For Tots
On this episode, we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Toys For Tots! We’ll also take some time to honor lost legend, Angela Lansbury. We’ll countdown the top five Christmas movie villains, recast the Santa Clause, continue to sing the praises of Underneath the Tree, and give you a chance to win a copy of Brian Earl’s new book, “Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday’s Traditions.”
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00:00 – 01:41 Intro
01:41 – 04:07 We Need a Little Christmas Now (A Salute to Angela Lansbury)
04:07 – 09:49 Five Golden Things (Christmas Movie Villains)
09...
2022-10-2538 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 102 – Underneath The Tree
On this episode, we’ll be talking about one of Tim’s favorite Christmas songs, Underneath The Tree by Kelly Clarkson. We’ll also countdown the top 5 random Christmas facts, and we’ve got some great news about where you can get a little Christmas now…in bulk.
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00:00 – 01:48 Intro
01:48 – 03:25 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:25 – 07:14 Five Golden Things (Random Christmas facts)
07:14 – 13:44 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
13:44 – 22:02 Underneath the Tree
22:02 – 23:26 Recastmas Time
23:26 – 25:34 Wrap Up
25:34 – 27:26 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Perfor...
2022-09-2527 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 099 – 7th Anniversary Listener Special
On this episode, it’s our 7th anniversary listener feedback special! We’ll be reading emails comments and messages from you ! We’ll be talking about things like how to “drink in” a little more Christmas, we’ll countdown the top 5 tropical Christmas songs, we’ll learn about an obscure Christmas special, Tim will try and fail to find the origin of a ubiquitous piece of Christmas iconography, and much, much more. Plus, we’ll see who you’d cast in a remake of the Grinch in the latest Recastmas Time!
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00:00 – 02:57 Intro and apology
2022-07-2530 min
Totally Rad Christmas!Andy Williams & the NBC Kids Search for Santa (w/ Tim Babb)What’s up, dudes? Tim Babb from Can’t Wait for Christmas joins me to dive into the bonkers special “Andy Williams & the NBC Kids Search for Santa!” Is there kidnapping? Sort of. Is there a funky “Jingle Bells?” Definitely! Does Santa explode? Absolutely! So grab your snow shoes, search for clues, and follow Santa’s mailman to this episode!Can’t Wait for Christmas FB: @CantWaitForChristmasPodIG: @cantwaitforchristmaspodTwitter: @ChristmasPodCheck out Tim live at the Back Room June 9 and a the Washington Inn June 10!!Give us a buzz! Send a text, dud...
2022-05-301h 04Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 097 - The North Pole – Santa's Workshop
On this episode, we’ll learn about Santa’s Workshop North Pole, a Christmas themed amusement park in Colorado, and talk with one of the general managers of the park, Austin Lawhorn. We’ll also run down the top 5 opening lines in Christmas movies, discover a way to add a little Christmas to your next formal affair, and we’ll reveal your picks for recasting Miracle on 34th Street for Re-Castmas!
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00:00 – 02:09 Intro
02:09 – 04:00 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:00 – 11:56 Five Golden Things (First Lines In Christmas Movies)
11:56 – 13:27 The North Pole – Santa’s W...
2022-05-2540 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 096 – An Eco-Friendly Christmas
On this episode, we’re going to look at ways we can give a Christmas present to Mother Earth by having a more environmentally friendly Christmas. You’ll also hear about a new Christmas discovery Tim made at Disneyland, we’ll count down the top 5 reasons that Santa Claus might be a Wizard, and we’ll hear your ideas for recasting Home Alone, in our newest feature: Re-Castmas!
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00:00 – 02:09 Intro
02:09 – 04:00 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:00 – 09:35 Five Golden Things (First Lines In Christmas Movies)
09:35 – 15:29 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Christmas
15:29 – 25...
2022-04-2530 min
Advent Calendar HouseThe Dick Van Dyke Show - The Alan Brady Show Presents🎄 It’s 1963, and we’re watching a show about a show within a show putting on a show for Christmas. Don’t ask us to make sense of it. We can’t stop tripping over our own home furniture. 🎙️ Tim Babb from the Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast joins us to watch a show within a show put on a Christmas show, then sing the theme from the show it’s within. **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: Dick Van Dyke as Tubby the Tuba. 8 great little details you never noticed in The Dick Van Dyke Show Chris...
2021-12-0446 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 085 – Talkin’ Tinsel & Christmas Karaoke
On this episode, we’re Talking Tinsel, it’s origins, it’s sordid history, and even unexpected ways to use it for decorating. We’ll also give you a recipe for bacon wrapped stuffing bites, countdown the top 5 Christmas songs to sing at karaoke, and we’ve got your thoughts on the best Christmas instruments in the latest Season’s Musings.
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00:00 – 01:32 Intro
01:32 – 04:22 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:22 – 10:19 Five Golden Things (Best Christmas Songs to Sing at Karaoke)
10:19 – 12:40 All I Want For Christmas is News
12:40 – 18:16 Talkin’ Tinsel (featuring Tim’s Tinsel T...
2021-08-2529 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 083 – The Cards That Saved Christmas
On this episode, we’re going to do something a little different and tell you the true story of the playing cards that saved Christmas. We’ll also learn how to make marshmallow popcorn balls, countdown the top 5 Christmas related things to look for when buying a house, and we’ve got lots of your interesting Christmas trivia in another round of Seasons Musings.
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00:00 – 01:47 Intro
01:47 – 03:50 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:50 – 08:22 Five Golden Things (Christmas related things to look for when buying a house)
08:22 – 13:49 The Cards That Saved Christmas
2021-06-2529 min
Tis the Podcast"Another Christmas Story" - Chapter Nineteen - Jingle Bell Rock - As Read By Tim Babb Of "Can't Wait For Christmas"Happy Thursday, Christmas fanatics! Welcome to the twentieth official installment of "Another Christmas Story"!
This week the always hilariously amazing Tim Babb of "Can't Wait For Christmas" will read to all of you Chapter Nineteen of our tale, entitled "Jingle Bell Rock". Within this chapter, we switch back to the perspectives of Joey Nazario and Mary Holiday as they explore one of Manhattan's most famous Christmas markets!
We hope you like it! If you do, make sure to share this episode and our website, upon which the text of this installment is posted, to get...
2021-06-1053 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 081 – Season’s Musings Bonus Episode: When Does It FEEL Like Christmas?
On this bonus episode, we’ll hear your thoughts on when it feels like Christmas to you in the latest Season’s Musings.
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00:00 – 01:40 Intro
01:40 – 07:21 Santa Babb’s Mailbag (Listener emails)
07:21 – 17:41 Merry Musings: When Does It FEEL Like Christmas to you?
17:41 – 19:39 Wrap Up
19:39 – 21:01 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
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2021-05-1421 min
The Erasable PodcastEpisode 162: I'm Just a Person with a Website (with special guest Tiffany Babb)Today we talk about vintage notebooks, yet another new Blackwing, and mechanical keyboards. But also much to our delight, our friend and creative polymath Tiffany Babb joins the show to talk comics, literary criticism and creativity.Show Notes and LinksErasable PatreonWoodclinched on EtsyPencil Revolution on EtsyTiffany’s WebsiteTwitterInstagramEtsyNewsletterPenelope ScottSidney Lumet Essays on EB White Braided Creek by Ted Kooser and Jim HarrisonP...
2021-04-2858 min
Friday Five with Lori & JaneREPEAT: Our Top 5 Christmas Songs (with guest Tim Babb from Can't Wait for Christmas)We'll be back with a new episode on December 25. In the meantime, enjoy this repeat from December 2019!Lori & Jane welcome special guest, Tim Babb from the "Can't Wait for Christmas" podcast to talk about their favorite Christmas songs. Join us and sing along with some of our musical holiday picks.Here are the links to find "Can't Wait for Christmas" for a great listen!Website: http://cantwaitforchristmaspod.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChristmasPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CantWaitForChristmasPod/
2020-12-1128 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 074 – A Bomb For Christmas (Full Movie)
On this episode, we abandon our normal format to bring you our original made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas.”
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But, when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, She’ll have to save him. But can she save the day, save her marriage, and save Christmas at the same time? Tune in to find out...
2020-12-101h 41Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 071 – Feeding The Hungry
On this episode, we’ll talk about a charitable act that millions do every Christmas, feeding the hungry (With the most special of special guests). We’ll also countdown the top five comic book Christmas movies, we’ll have a listener review of It’s a Wonderful Life, and we’ll have chapter 5 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie, “A Bomb for Christmas.”
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00:00 – 01:36 Intro
01:36 – 08:23 Five Golden Things (Comic Book Christmas Movies)
08:23 – 11:42 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
11:42 – 12:17 Feedback From Our Last Last Show
12:17 – 14:57 All I Want For Christmas Is News
14:57 – 19:57 F...
2020-09-2547 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 069 – 5th Anniversary Listener Special
On this episode, we’re celebrating our 5th anniversary with a listener special featuring actual listeners. Not emails, not comments…but actual bona fide listeners dropped by the Christmas Cave for a conversation about Christmas desires, Christmas movies, Christmas songs, the joy of giving, and more. We’ve also got the next chapter in our made for podcast Christmas movie, “A Bomb For Christmas.”
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00:00 – 01:39 Intro
01:39 – 15:44 A Bomb For Christmas (Act 3)
15:44 – 18:04 5 Golden Things (Listener Special Edition)
18:04 – 23:06 Something You’ve Never Done For Christmas
23:06 – 30:03 Christmas Movie You Watch When You’re Alone
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2020-07-231h 09
Totally Rad Christmas!Superman (w/ Tim Babb)What's up, dudes? This week Tim Babb from Can't Wait for Christmas podcast and I travel from Krypton to Kansas to Metropolis! We're talking "Superman"! We really deep dive, talking score and all! Don't forget to check out Gag Me with a Spoon and vote for your favorite! Laters! Give us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!
2020-06-301h 30Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 068 – The Gift of The Magi
On this episode, we discus the classic Christmas story, Gift of the Magi. We’ll also tell you how to get your hands on some eggnog in the off season, countdown the top 5 movie Santas, and we premiere act 2 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie, “A Bomb For Christmas.”
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00:00 – 03:38 Intro and anniversary show announcement
03:38 – 05:52 We Need a Little Christmas Now
05:52 – 09:31 Five Golden Things (Best Santas in Movies)
09:31 – 12:09 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
12:09 – 13:29 Feedback From Our Last Show
13:29 – 23:02 The Gift of the Magi
23:02 – 23:36 Who Sang It Best? (Results)
23:36 – 38:10 A...
2020-06-2543 min
Christmas PastRoundtable: He-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas Special with Mike Westfall and Tim BabbChristmas in Quarantine: Day 19. Today's installment is another moonwalk down memory lane to the world of 1980s Christmas cartoon specials. It's 1985's He-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas Special...which is arguably neither special nor Christmassy. It's all in the eye of the beholder. So join me and my fellow beholders, Mike Westfall from Advent Calendar House and Tim Babb from Can't Wait for Christmas. Links from this episodeAdvent Calendar HouseCan't Wait for ChristmasHe-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas SpecialMusic from this episode"Jimmy Ching: Dragon King!" — Matt Oakley, via Free Mus...
2020-04-0643 minChristmas PastRoundtable: Christmas Trivia Game with Lee Cameron, Tim Babb, Thom Crowe, and Joanna WilsonChristmas in Quarantine: Day 8. Today's installment is a challenging game of Christmas trivia! Join me along with Lee Cameron of The Christmas Stocking, Tim Babb from Can't Wait for Christmas, Thom Crowe from Tis the Podcast, and Joanna Wilson from Christmas TV history as we put your Christmas spirit to the test. Stay subscribed, because there will be a new episode of Christmas Past every day until we're all in the clear! Music in this Episode"Thannoid" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music ArchiveRate the show on Apple Podcasts and I'll...
2020-03-2620 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 063 – Bethlehem
On this episode, we take a closer look at the town where Jesus was born, Bethlehem. You’ll also hear a few ways to mash some Christmas into your Valentine’s Day celebration, we’ll count down the top 5 Christmas movies Tim somehow DIDN’T watch this year, and the Who Sang It Best segment returns!
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00:00 – 02:42 Intro
02:42 – 05:08 We Need a Little Christmas Now
05:08 – 11:19 Five Golden Things (Christmas Movies I missed in 2019)
11:19 – 13:05 All I want for Christmas is News
13:05 – 18:37 Bethlehem
18:37 – 21:02 Who Sang It Best? (O Little Town Of Bethlehem)
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2020-01-2525 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 062 – Bonus Episode – Best Christmas Songs to Dance To
On this bonus episode, we share the 5 best Christmas songs to Dance to, talk about a way to decorate your space and save the planet at the same time, find a fun Christmas game on Facebook, and the imaginary listeners take over at the end as usual.
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00:00 – 01:27 Intro
01:27 – 03:01 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:01 – 07:42 Five Golden Things (Best Christmas Songs to Dance To)
07:42 – 10:30 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
10:30 – 10:48 Wrap Up (take 1)
10:48 – 14:21 Imaginary Listener Madness
14:21 – 16:39 Wrap Up (take 2)
16:39 – 18:42 Outtakes (featuring Tim’s lovely wife!)
“We Wish You A Mer...
2019-12-2318 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 061 – The Road to Bing Crosby
On this episode, we finally get around to talking about Mr. White Christmas himself, Bing Crosby! Plus, we’ll tell you the secret to adding a little Disney magic to your celebration this year, we’ll count down the top 5 foods that didn’t make the Christmas Bowl, and speaking of the Christmas Bowl, we’ll also announce the winner so we can see what was voted the ultimate Christmas food!
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00:00 – 01:38 Intro
01:38 – 03:46 Christmas Bowl Winner Announcement
03:46 – 07:29 Five Golden Things (Foods that weren’t in the Christmas Bowl, but probably should have been...
2019-12-1634 minChristmas PastDiscussion: The Glo Friends Save Christmas with Todd Killian, Duane Bailey, Tim Babb, and Mike WestfallWe’re taking a trip back to the 80s. It was a time when it was not only possible, but likely, that any popular toy would have its own line of spinoff merchandise, a breakfast cereal, and a Saturday morning cartoon. And if it was popular enough…it got a Christmas special. 1985 gave us The Glo Friends Save Christmas. A half-hour special in which the Glo Friends must save Santa Claus from the clutches of an evil witch who’s determined to stop Christmas. I recently caught up with some of my Christmas podcasting colleagues to discuss the good, the ba...
2019-12-0852 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 060 – BONUS – The Glo Friends Save Christmas (Christmas Podcast Network Crossover)
The Final Christmas Bowl Poll
Take Our Poll
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On this episode, it’s a Christmas Podcast Network Crossover as Tim is joined by Brian Earl from Christmas Past, Duane Bailey from Tinsel Tunes, Mike Westfall from Advent Calendar House, and Todd Killian from Christmas Cl...
2019-12-071h 00Friday Five with Lori & JaneOur Favorite Christmas Songs (feat. Tim Babb from Can't Wait for Christmas)Lori & Jane welcome special guest, Tim Babb from the "Can't Wait for Christmas" podcast to talk about their favorite Christmas songs. Join us and sing along with some of our musical holiday picks.Here are the links to find "Can't Wait for Christmas" for a great listen!Website: http://cantwaitforchristmaspod.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChristmasPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CantWaitForChristmasPod/
2019-12-0628 minChristmas PastDiscussion: The Christmas Pickle, with Richard Parks III, Craig Kringle, and Tim BabbHere on Christmas Past, I dig in to the backstories behind Christmas traditions. But what happens when you can’t even verify that the thing you’re researching even is a tradition? That’s what happened when I started looking into the Christmas Pickle. You’ve probably seen pickle tree ornaments, or maybe seen posts about them in your social media feeds. The story goes that it’s an old German tradition. But…the more you dig in, the more you have to wonder.Well, luckily someone else has done the heavy lifting. A trained journalist, no less. Richar...
2019-12-0542 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 059 – The Christmas Bowl (with the Cast of Mousetalgia)
The Final Christmas Bowl Poll
Take Our Poll
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On this episode, you’re going to decide which food wins the Christmas Bowl and maybe when a cool Prize pack while doing it. Plus we have Tim’s four favorite foodies, Becky, Dave, Kristen, and Jeff...
2019-11-2544 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 058 – Bonus Episode From The Floor Of Christmas Con 2019
This bonus episode was recorded on the floor at Christmas Con 2019. Tim asks the crowd Five Golden Things!
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00:00 – 02:07 Intro
02:07 – 11:56 Five Golden Things (From Christmas Con 2019)
11:56 – 15:41 Wrap Up!
15:41 – 18:26 Bonus Five Golden Things
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
(The embedded player for the episode is bellow the poll and links)
Road To the Christmas Bowl
Mashed Potatoes vs Green Bean Casserole
Take Our Poll
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2019-11-1018 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 057 – Christmas in Dickens’ Time (A Very Victorian Christmas)
On this episode, we’ll learn about Christmas in Charles Dickens’ time as we explore an old fashioned Victorian Christmas. We’ve also got the top five Christmas horror movies with special guest, Alonso Duralde, author of a Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas. Plus, we’ll help you festive up your face book, give you some pre-muppetvember Henson news, and we’ll finish off round 2 of the Road to the Christmas Bowl!
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00:00 – 01:49 Intro
01:49 – 04:56 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:56 – 15:13 Five Golden Things (Christmas Horror Movies with Alonso Duralde)
15:13 – 18...
2019-10-2541 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 055 – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
On this episode, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, give you some gift ideas for the moms in your life, put a little Christmas in your correspondence, and we begin Round 2 of the Road to the Christmas Bowl.
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00:00 – 01:29 Intro
01:29 – 02:47 We Need a Little Christmas Now
02:47 – 09:46 Five Golden Things (Gift Ideas For Mom)
09:46 – 11:56 Feedback from Our Last Show
11:56 – 13:44 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
13:44 – 15:36 All I Want For Christmas Is News
15:36 – 29:30 National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
29:30 – 31:05 Road to the Christmas Bowl
31:05 – 32:58 Wr...
2019-08-2536 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 054 – 4th Anniversary Listener Feedback Special
On this episode, it’s our 4th anniversary episode, and we’re celebrating with another listener feedback special. We’ll talk about a fun and tropical alternative to yams, count down the 5 best Linus moments in Christmas movies, talk about dealing with grief at Christmas time, and we’ll meet our last two contestants in round one of the Road Christmas Bowl!
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00:00 – 02:42 Intro/Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
02:42 – 04:34 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:34 – 21:16 Five Golden Things (Best Linus Moments w/ Brian aka Captain Slinky)
21:16 – 27:46 Feedback from Our Last Show
27...
2019-07-2547 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 053 – Why Christmas In July?
On this episode, we’ll talk about the origins of Christmas in July, count down the top 5 Christmas songs you seldom/never hear on the radio, give a Christmas tip for your feet, revisit some old stories, and unleash the “Clash of the Carbs” in the Road to the Christmas Bowl.
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00:00 – 03:15 Intro and Major Announcement Announcement
03:15 – 05:11 We Need a Little Christmas Now
05:11 – 11:26 Five Golden Things (Christmas Songs You Seldom/Never Hear on the Radio)
11:26 – 13:05 Feedback from Our Last Show
13:05 – 17:05 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
17:05 – 19:39 All I Want For Christmas I...
2019-06-2538 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 52 – What’s a “Noel?”
On this episode, we’ll learn about the meaning and history of “Noel,” celebrate MayCember, count down the 5 funniest Christmas movie quotes, and pit Pumpkin Pie against Cranberry Sauce in the Road to the Christmas Bowl!
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00:00 – 01:25 Intro
01:25 – 03:52 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:52 – 10:15 Five Golden Things (Funny Christmas Movie Quotes)
10:15 – 13:05 Feedback from Our Last Show
13:05 – 15:38 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
15:38 – 17:54 All I Want For Christmas Is News
17:54 – 23:47 Noel
23:47 – 25:42 Road to the Christmas Bowl
25:42 – 27:40 Wrap Up
27:40 – 31:28 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States...
2019-05-2531 min
Thirty PopPetty/Cure & Five Golden Things [ft. Tim Babb]In this episode the perpetually dissatisfied Stephanie K. returns to make her opinions known and say all the things she WISHED she could have said on past episodes. Luke is also joined by fellow Christmas and Disney Park loving podcaster and comedien Tim Babb to celebrate the opening of Disney's MGM Studios 30 years ago this week!Click here to subscribe to Tim's podcast!
Stream this week's Thirty Pop Mixtape Playlist:Apple Music | SpotifyMERCHCheck out our store on TeePublic.com for more retro pop culture goodness!EPISODE...
2019-05-0635 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 050 – Cleaning Tips For Your Next Christmas Party
On this episode, we’ll give you some tips for cleaning up before and after a Christmas party. We’ll count down 5 MORE Christmas plants, read some long overdue emails about sad Christmas songs, and we’ll give you a recipe for Wassail. Speaking of recipes, we’ll also get our first result in our Road to the Christmas Bowl!
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00:00 – 01:42 Intro
01:42 – 03:11 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:11 – 06:44 Five Golden Things (More Christmas Plants)
06:44 – 08:28 Feedback from Our Last Show
08:28 – 12:08 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
12:08 – 13:54 All I Want For Christmas is News
2019-03-2527 min
The Prime DirectionClassic Episode 22: Tim BabbShawn Wray chats with Tim Babb from TANcast about his Star Trek fandom.
2019-01-2356 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 47 – BONUS EPISODE – 12 Months of Christmas
It’s the annual Christmas bonus episode. All the imaginary listeners (plus a new friend) are here to celebrate Christmas all year long through song!
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00:00 – 01:47 Intro
01:47 – 02:59 We Need a Little Christmas Now
02:59 – 06:06 Feedback From Our Last Show
06:06 – 08:36 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
08:36 – 09:20 Who Sang It Best (results)
09:20 – 13:56 Five Golden Things
13:56 – 17:29 12 Months of Christmas
17:29 – 21:32 Wrap Up
21:32 – 31:50 12 Months of Christmas (annotated)
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
(The embedded player for the episode is bellow the link...
2018-12-2337 min
Advent Calendar HouseChristmas Podcast Network Crossover / Season 2 Teaser🎄 It’s time to dust off the cobwebs and get the Advent Calendar House ready for Season 2, featuring a new episode every day from December 1 through Christmas Eve, 2018. In between commercial teasers for all 24 episodes coming in Season 2 (though not necessarily in order) the members of the all-new Christmas Podcast Network share stories of Christmas music traditions: **** 🎙 Guests: Brian Earl (Christmas Past) Tim Babb (Can’t Wait for Christmas) Craig Kringle (Weird Christmas) Duane Bailey (Tinsel Tunes) Joseph Wade (Christmas Creeps), with Libby Cudmore Anthony Caruso, Julia Colburn, and...
2018-11-2234 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 043 – Halloween vs Christmas
On this episode, the two mightiest end of year holidays go head to head as we compare and contrast Halloween and Christmas. You’ll also learn about a new twist on a snickerdoodle recipe, hear a count down of 5 great ways to add a personal touch to your ornaments, get Tim’s hot take on the possible return of Toys R Us, and hear the latest synopsis of a new tv movie with ALl the Halmakes of a Great Christmas Movie.
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00:00 – 01:28 Intro
01:28 – 04:28 We Need a Little Christmas Now
04:28 – 08:23 Five Golden Thi...
2018-10-2532 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 042 – Have Yourself an Andy Williams Little Christmas (With Special Guest Jeff Baham)
On this episode, special guest Jeff Baham from the Moustalgia podcast counts down his favorite versions of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Plus, you’ll learn about the life and career of Andy Williams. In addition, you’ll hear about an “interesting” new type of holiday treat, a new way to get your Christmas tree and hear our latest pitch for a TV movie with “All the hallmarks of a great Christmas movie.”
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00:00 – 01:24 Intro
01:24 – 02:45 We Need a Little Christmas Now
02:45 – 16:35 Five Golden Things (featuring Jeff Baham)
16:35 – 20:09 Santa Babb’s Mailbag...
2018-09-2552 min
The Unwritten Life PodcastEpisode 16: Featuring: Dave BabbIn this week's episode, Dave Babb shares his experience of facing abuse, rejection and depression that lead him to the path of suicide. Hear his story how he overcame his lowest lows to be here to offer HOPE to others.
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http://www.unwrittenlifepodcast.com/podcast/
2018-08-291h 02Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 041 – Elf on the Shelf (The Nickelback of Christmas)
On this episode, you’ve heard of Elf on the Shelf…well, good..because that’s what we’re gonna talk about. We’ve also got the top 5 Hallmark ornaments for 2018, a place to get your daily Christmas music fix, the latest Christmas tv movie synopsis, and we try to justify our Christmas love with science.
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00:00 – 02:20 Intro
02:20 – 03:58 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:58 – 09:21 Five Golden Things (2018 Hallmark ornaments)
09:21 – 11:55 All I Want For Christmas is News
11:55 – 13:06 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
13:06 – 17:30 Feedback From Our Last Show
17:30 – 27:28 Elf on a Shelf
27:28 – 2...
2018-08-2534 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 039 – Miracle on 34th Street
On this episode, we learn about the 1947 classic, Miracle on 34th Street. We’ll also put some Christmas in your nights, point you where to go for great Christmas in July content, and ask you to name…yourself.
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00:00 – 01:36 Intro
01:36 – 02:37 We Need a Little Christmas Now
02:37 – 08:34 Five Golden Things (Christmas in July on the Web)
08:34 – 12:23 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
12:23 – 25:37 Miracle on 34th Street
25:37 – 26:11 Who Sang It Best (results)
26:11 – 27:49 Hallmarks of a Good Christmas Movie
27:49 – 29:51 Wrap Up
29:51 – 32:14 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States M...
2018-06-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 038 – Saint Nicholas to Santa Claus
On this episode, we discover how Saint Nicholas turned into Santa Claus. We’ll also count down the top 5 Christmas plants, play an eggnog scavenger hunt, prepare for Leon Day, and decide who sang Children Go Where I Send Thee best.
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00:00 – 02:15 Intro
02:15 – 03:28 We Need a little Christmas Now
03:28 – 06:12 Five Golden Things (Christmas Plants)
06:12 – 08:30 Feedback From Our Last Show
08:30 – 10:17 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
10:17 – 16:24 Christmystery Solvers: St. Nick to Santa
16:24 – 18:00 Hallmarks of a Good Christmas Movie
18:00 – 20:04 Who Sang It Best (Children, Go Where I Send Thee)
20:04 – 22:00...
2018-05-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 037 – Christmas Angels
On this episode, we discus the Angels of Christmas, tell you how to make clove studded oranges, count down the 5 best Christmas knock knock jokes, and continue to enlist your help to come up with a movie idea with all the hallmarks of a great Christmas movie.
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00:00 – 01:23 Intro
01:23 – 03:47 We Need a little Christmas Now
03:47 – 06:31 Five Golden Things (Christmas Knock Knock Jokes)
06:31 – 08:28 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
08:28 – 17:49 Christmas Angels
17:49 – 19:24 Hallmarks of a Good Christmas Movie
19:24 – 19:52 Who Sang It Best Results (Wonderful Christmastime)
19:52 – 21:44 Wrap Up
21:44 – 23:48 Outtakes
“We Wish You A...
2018-04-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 036 – Remembering Toys R Us
As the era of Toys R Us comes to an end, we take a look back at the rise and fall of this toy giant. Plus we countdown YOUR suggestions for non-Christmas Christmas songs, get a recipe from the east, and pit Hansen against the Shins in a Who Sang It Best.
This episode is dedicated to the late Charles Lazarus. I tried to tell your story as best and as honestly as I could.
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00:00 – 01:24 Intro
01:24 – 04:00 We Need a little Christmas Now
04:00 – 09:59 Five Golden Things (YOUR Non-Christmas Songs...
2018-03-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC – 033 Bonus Episode – The 2017 Christmas Special
It’s our annual bonus episode featuring the top 5 little moments in Christmas songs, a Christmasy twist on blueberry muffins, some listener feedback, and a few wacky surprises!
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00:00 – 03:52 Intro
03:52 – 05:26 We Need a little Christmas Now
05:26 – 08:42 Santa Bab’s Mail Bag
08:42 – 15:02 Five Golden Things (Favorite Little Parts of Christmas Songs)
15:02 – 16:58 Silly Sing Along
16:58 – 18:57 Wrap Up
18:57 – 21:20 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
(The embedded player for the episode is bellow all the links)
Tim at R...
2017-12-2200 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 029 – Haunted Mousetalgia Holiday
The cast of Mousetalgia joins the show to talk about Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion Holiday! You’ll also have a chance to win a prize from the Can’t Wait For Christmas Podcast store, hear how to mix some Christmas into your Halloween, and we get closer to solving the Great Die Hard Debate.
For your chance to win, remember to post a link to your favorite episode on Twitter and tag us “@ChristmasPod” or on Facebook and tag our Facebook Page and include #CantWaitForChristmas. If you’ve left or want to leave an iTunes review, that...
2017-10-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 028 – The History of Christmas Cards and the Top 5 Christmas Smells
In this episode, you’ll learn the history of the Christmas card, learn Tim’s top 5 favorite Christmas smells, get a little Christmas now from the radio, decide who sang Silver Bells best, and hear more in the great Die Hard Debate.
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00:00 – 01:37 Intro
01:37 – 02:42 We Need a little Christmas now
02:42 – 05:30 Five Golden Things (Christmas Smells)
05:30 – 06:59 Feedback On Our Last Show
06:59 – 09:31 All I Want For Christmas is News
09:31 – 15:51 History of the Christmas Card
15:51 – 18:35 Who Sang It Best (Silver Bells)
18:35 – 22:47 Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?
22:47 – 25:06 Wrap Up
25:06 –...
2017-09-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 025 – Jesus’ Birthday and Warm Weather Christmas Songs
In this episode, we try to answer the question of when Jesus was born and we count down the top five Christmas songs about warm weather. We’ll also get a quick and tasty Christmas recipe, read some listener email, get some Christmas movie news, and have a SUPER SIZED Die Hard debate.
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00:00 – 02:01 Intro
01:26 – 02:33 We Need a little Christmas now
02:33 – 08:29 Five Golden Things (Warm Weather Christmas Songs)
08:29 – 12:47 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
12:47 – 13:46 All I Want For Christmas is News
13:46 – 18:51 When Was Jesus Born?
18:51 – 19:39 Who Sang It Best Results (You’...
2017-06-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 24 – The Christmas Truce & Christmas Controversies
In this episode, we learn about the Christmas Truce of World War I, discus some Christmas controversies, add some Christmas ambience to your computing time, look for some more debate about Die Hard, and have an old fashioned “Grinch-Off.”
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00:00 – 01:26 Intro
01:26 – 02:33 We Need a little Christmas now
02:33 – 07:32 Five Golden Things (Christmas Controversies)
07:32 – 10:03 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
10:03 – 17:09 The Christmas Truce of World War 1
17:09 – 19:13 Who Sang It Best (You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch)
19:13 – 20:37 Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?
20:37 – 22:29 Wrap Up
22:29 – 25:45 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christma...
2017-05-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 023 – Santa the Time Lord and the Legend of El Agüelo
In this episode, we examine the theory that Santa might be a Time Lord, learn about the legend of El Agüelo, and continue the debate about Die Hard.
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00:00 – 01:51 Intro
01:51 – 03:13 We Need a little Christmas now
03:13 – 09:07 Five Golden Things
09:07 – 16:30 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
16:30 – 22:40 “What’s That Christmyth?” (The Legend of El Agüelo)
22:40 – 23:21 Who Sang It Best Results (Silent Night)
23:21 – 25:56 Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?
25:56 – 27:34 Wrap Up
27:34 – 30:36 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowick...
2017-04-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 022 – Silent Night and Disneyland Overlay Ideas
In this episode, we learn the history of the carol Silent Night (with the help of a “celebrity guest”). We also discus more ways to add Christmas to Disneyland, learn to cook something delicious, and check out the ghost of Christmas movies future.
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00:00 – 01:43 Intro
01:43 – 09:04 We Need a little Christmas now
09:04 – 13:44 Five Golden Things
13:44 – 15:12 All I Want For Christmas is News
15:12 – 24:16 Silent Night
24:16 – 26:36 Who Sang It Best (Silent Night)
26:36 – 28:35 Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?
28:35 – 37:21 Wrap Up
31:24 – 34:01 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United...
2017-03-2400 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 021 – Actually, A Show About Love Actually
In this episode, we do a DEEP dive into the 2003 film Love Actually, learn some facts about the direct-to-video film Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas, learn a way to add a little Christmas to ANY podcast, and get one step closer to deciding if Die Hard is a Christmas movie.
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00:00 – 01:26 Intro
01:26 – 04:08 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
04:08 – 05:40 We Need a little Christmas now
05:40 – 11:31 Five Golden Things
11:31 – 32:56 Love Actually
32:53 – 33:20 Who Sang It Best Results
33:20 – 35:32 Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?
35:32 – 37:21 Wrap Up
37:21 – 41:28 Outtakes
“We Wish You A...
2017-02-2600 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 020 – A Visit From St. Nicholas/Winter Carols
In this episode, we learn the history (and controversy) behind the poem A Visit From St. Nicholas, we count down the top 5 songs that should keep playing after Christmas, and we enlist YOU to settle one of Christmas’ greatest debates.
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00:00 – 01:53 Intro
01:53 – 03:40 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:40 – 08:01 Five Golden Things
08:01 – 09:44 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
09:44 – 21:13 A Visit From St. Nicholas
21:13 – 23:17 Who Sang It Best? (Let It Snow)
23:17 – 25:03 2017 Audience Participation Announcement
25:03 – 26:49 Wrap Up
26:49 – 29:10 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle...
2017-01-2529 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 019 – Bonus Episode!!!
In this episode, you’ll learn a little more about the Kringle Radio Christmas Eve Broadcast, listen to some songs that don’t make sense to play on Christmas (plus one that does), and the background characters take over for a truly bizarre finale.
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00:00 – 00:54 Intro
00:54 – 03:00 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:00 – 10:01 Five Golden Things
10:01 – 12:39 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
12:39 – 13:32 Wrap Up?
13:32 – 16:52 ?????
16:52 – 18:50 Closing Announcements
18:50 – 20:48 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
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2016-12-2300 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 18 – The Star Wars Holiday Special
In this episode, you’ll hear all about the space train wreck that was the Star Wars Holiday Special. You’ll also learn how to add a little technology to your countdown to Christmas, get tips on what to buy AFTER Christmas, and we’ll announce the winner of the 2016 Jingle Brawl!
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00:00 – 01:33 Intro
01:33 – 03:20 We Need a Little Christmas Now
03:20 – 07:27 Five Golden Things
07:27 – 08:47 All I Want For Christmas Is News
08:47 – 25:50 Star Wars Holiday Special
25:50 – 29:50 Jingle Brawl Winner Announcement
29:50 – 32:03 Closing Announcements
32:03 – 33:55 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” U...
2016-12-1633 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 016 – Nativity Scenes and Christmas Urban Legends
In the October episode, you’ll get a chance to win a sweet prize package from our official store just by spreading the word about the semi final round of the Jingle Brawl. But before any of that you’ll learn about Christmas “urban legends,” find a portal to the television specials of Christmas past, and take a look at the history of the nativity scene (with a special guest).
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00:00 – 01:29 Intro
01:29 – 02:48 We Need A Little Christmas NOW!!!
02:48 – 10:54 5 Golden Things (Top 5 Christmas Urban Legends)
10:54 – 12:21 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag (Letters from liste...
2016-10-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 013 – Rudolph, Listener Mail, and the One Year Anniversary Special
It’s our one year anniversary and we spend it answering listener email. Along the way, it leads to a deep discussion of the Rankin/Bass Rudolf special, a fun Christmas “card” game, and a list of the five best things about Christmas that aren’t presents. Plus you’ll learn even more about our endeavor to find the BEST version of Jingle Bells, the Jingle Brawl!
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00:00 – 02:12 Intro
02:12 – 05:16 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
05:16 – 07:42 We Need A Little Christmas Now
07:42 – 12:50 5 Golden Things (Awesome Things About Christmas…Besides Presents)
12:50 – 14:28 All I Want For Christmas...
2016-07-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 012 – Leon Day and Christmas Space Pudding
In our June episode, you’ll learn about the halfway point to Christmas, “Leon Day.” Also we’ll take a look at some of the bad gifts in the 12 Days of Christmas song, get a special recipe form an even more special guest contributor, and continue the search for the ultimate version of Jingle Bells.
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00:00 – 01:43 Intro
01:43 – 06:49 We Need A Little Christmas Now
06:49 – 09:50 5 Golden Things (Bad Gifts from the 12 Days of Christmas)
09:50 – 16:07 Leon Day/Half Christmas
16:07 – 19:17 Jingle Brawl Round 6
19:17 – 21:23 Wrap Up
21:23 – 25:14 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” U...
2016-06-2400 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 008 – Polar Express & Top 5 Doctor Who Christmas Episodes
In our February episode, we discuss the film Polar Express, countdown the top 5 Doctor Who Christmas episodes, and continue the quest to find the best version of Jingle Bells.
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00:00 – 01:26 Intro
01:26 – 02:40 Need A Little Christmas Now
02:40 – 12:43 Five Golden Things (Doctor Who Christmas shows)
12:43 – 15:16 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
15:16 – 24:08 Polar Express
24:08 – 27:28 The 2016 Jingle Brawl
27:28 – 29:15 Wrap Up
29:15 – 32:12 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki
Vote Now In The 2016 Jingle Brawl
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2016-02-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 007 – The 2016 Jingle Brawl & St. Nicholas Trivia
On the first episode of 2016 we begin the quest to find the DEFINITIVE version of Jingle Bells with the 2016 Jingle Brawl. We also talk about some Saint Nicholas trivia, 5 signs the Christmas season is over, and a tasty way to hold on to the holidays.
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00:00 – 01:37 Intro
01:37 – 05:40 Five Golden Things
05:40 – 07:04 Need A Little Christmas Now
07:04 – 07:57 Santa Babb’s Mailbag
07:57 – 13:23 Great Santa Challenge (St. Nick Trivia)
13:23 – 14:05 Who Sang It Best Results
14:05 – 17:14 The 2016 Jingle Brawl
17:14 – 19:10 Wrap Up
19:10 – 21:31 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Ban...
2016-01-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 005 – A Muppet Family Christmas
In our November episode, we learn more about the lost Muppet crossover Christmas Classic, A Muppet Family Christmas! Plus, some guests stop by to teach some Christmas crafts. Also, listener questions are answered.
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00:00 – 01:51 Intro
01:51 – 06:50 Five Golden Things (Signs Christmas Is Coming)
06:50 – 12:01 We Need A Little Christmas NOW (Poinsettia Craft)
12:01 – 14:25 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag
14:25 – 26:09 A Muppet Family Christmas
26:09 – 29:02 Who Sang It Best? “White Christmas”
29:02 – 31:12 Contest Winner Announcement
31:12 – 32:54 Wrap Up
32:54 – 36:55 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Performed by Kri...
2015-11-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCan’t Wait For Christmas 003 – Real vs Fake Christmas Trees and Favorite Christmas TV Episodes
In our September episode…Tim solves the real vs artificial Christmas trees debate. Also you’ll hear Tim’s top 5 Christmas episodes of television and you’ll decide who sang It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas best.
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00:00 – 01:39 Intro
01:39 – 03:13 We Need A Little Christmas NOW
03:13 – 17:34 Five Golden Things (Christmas Episodes on TV)
17:34 – 21:52 Christmas Past vs Future (Real vs Fake Christmas Trees)
21:52 – 24:31 Who Sang It Best? “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas”
24:31 – 26:35 Wrap Up
26:35 – 28:56 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States M...
2015-09-2500 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCan’t Wait For Christmas 001 – Charlie Brown & Funny Christmas SongsPremiere Episode
In the first ever episode of the show, comedian Tim Babb discusses A Charlie Brown Christmas, counts down the 5 funniest Christmas songs, and asks YOU if Dean Martin or Elvis Presley sang the better “Winter Wonderland.”
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00:00 – 02:10 Intro
02:10 – 04:25 We Need A Little Christmas NOW
04:25 – 12:46 Five Golden Things (Funny Christmas Songs)
12:46 – 23:23 A Charlie Brown Christmas
23:23 – 26:16 Who Sang It Best? “Winter Wonderland”
26:16 – 27:41 Wrap Up
27:41 – 29:44 Outtakes
“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band
“Jingle Bells” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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2015-07-2500 min
Friends of Christmas Podcasts“Another Christmas Story” – Chapter Nineteen – Jingle Bell Rock – As Read By Tim Babb Of “Can’t Wait For Christmas”Happy Thursday, Christmas fanatics! Welcome to the twentieth official installment of "Another Christmas Story"!
This week the always hilariously amazing Tim Babb of "Can't Wait For Christmas" will read to all of you Chapter Nineteen of our tale, entitled "Jingle Bell Rock". Within this chapter, we switch back to the perspectives of Joey Nazario and Mary Holiday as they explore one of Manhattan's most famous Christmas markets!
We hope you like it! If you do, make sure to share this episode and our website, upon which the text of this installment is posted, to get it in front of as...
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